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Emilio Ortega Obituary

September 22, 1990 - December 15, 2008
Our beloved Son, Brother, Grandson, Nephew, Cousin and Friend, Emilio M. Ortega moved on, to a new life, on Monday, December 15, 2008. Emilio was born to Pamela Vigil and Arthur Joseph Ortega on September 22, 1990, in Colorado Springs, CO. He is survived by his Parents, Step-father, Ernest Vigil, Brother, Delfino Ortega; Step-brothers, Matthew and Steven Vigil; Great-grandmother, Estella Jaquez; Grandparents, Gilbert Martinez and Victoria Jaquez; Delfino (Lena) Ortega and Lenora Jacquez and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Emilio was a young man who enjoyed life and loved spending time with his family, friends and "jus' chillin' chillin' "with his Brother, and best friend, Delfino". Visitation: Swan-Law Funeral Home, Thursday December 18, 2008, from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Rosary will immediately follow. The funeral will be Friday, December 19, 2008, 12:30 p.m., at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 4925 N. Carefree Circle, Colorado Springs, CO. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 18, 2008.

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Orlando Foepel

January 9, 2009

me deepest and sincerest love goes out to friends and family of Emilio M Ortega I knew him as luney and as being one of my best homeboys in time of need i was also there in his last time of need to pray and shed tears for him this is a devistating tragedy for a family to go through Emilio will always be in our hearts take care Delphino

valerie Ortivez

January 7, 2009

well even kno me and emilio had our days of arguing we were still pretty cool...im sorry for the lose of him and hes in a better place now. he used to always be at adams house "chillen chillen" i think thats where i first met him...he made a change in everyones life...i think thats what happens when you meet someone that great.he'll be missed

NEVAEH && JUSTiiNA PEREZ

December 26, 2008

.:HEY PAM, DELFiiNO, && JOE ii JUSS WNT U TO KNO ii LOVE U GUYS && ALWAYS WiiLL U KNO U CAN TLK TO ME WHENEVER..AS FOR EMiiLiiO NEVAEH && ii LOVE U OH SO VERY MUCH && MiiSS U DEARLY:.

.:ALWAYS,
NEVAEH && JUSTiiNA:.

David Fink

December 26, 2008

I will always remember hanging out with Emilio, Delphino, and sometimes Steven! I was so sad when you guys moved. Pam,(Mrs. Ortega) you were always so good to us, and so patient. I cant look at Grant elementary without thinking about you guys.I will never forget playing at the park until the police told us we had to go. My mom always said why cant you be polite, like Emilio, he always said please. I will miss him forever.

Carrie Reyes

December 22, 2008

Pam
We are so sorry to hear about Emilio
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Carrie and Evan

Mike and Theresa Maldonado

December 20, 2008

Joe,
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Our deepest sympathy goes to you and your family. You are in our prayers

Mike and Theresa Maldonado

December 20, 2008

Pam
Our deepest sympathy goes to you and your family. You are in our prayers.

Jody Geer

December 20, 2008

Pam and Family
You are in my thoughts and prayers -I'm so sorry for your loss-

Maria Medina-Ramoz

December 19, 2008

To Gilbert Martinez and Fam.
My deepest sympathy to all of you in this tragic time. All my prayers and thoughts are with you.

Maurice DiGregorio

December 19, 2008

Pam and Family,
I am so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. May God keep you safe and close to his heart during this very difficult time. I know that nothing can fill the void of a loss of a child but I hope and pray that you will be able to find peace knowing that Emilio is still with us in spirit and watching over us next to our father.
Maury

Missy and David King

December 19, 2008

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Kaya Martinez

December 19, 2008

Im so sorry to hear bout your Loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!

Daniel and Margarita Mondragon

December 19, 2008

May God Bless you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Adie Morine

December 19, 2008

Pam and Joe.

My deepest sympathies for your loss. God bless you and your families.

Roxanne Martin

December 19, 2008

Emilio, R.I.P you are gone but you are never forgotton you will be missed by every one. My condolences go out to all his family, just remember god needed him more than we did, and he will look out for all of us, just remember he is in a better place.
We love you and we will miss you terribly Emilio R.I.P

Oracio, Tori, SantaAna, & Isabel Garcia

December 19, 2008

Joe our prayers and thoughts are with you always. We wish we could be there with you, but know that in thought we are. We love you and always remember GOD never gives you more than you can handle.

chase rozsa

December 18, 2008

i remember we would do all kinds of crazy jumps on the tramp. in therd grade at grant elementary. emilio and delfino were the only ones i new that could do a back flip then i tried it and almost broke my back anyway
sorry about your loss delfino.

from Chase

Denise Medina-Moncivaiz

December 18, 2008

May God give you all his strength to deal with this sad event. Know that you have all my prayers and I am thinking of all of you..

Tia Daisy, Diego and Dario Martinez

December 18, 2008

Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to all at this devasting time in our lives.

You are all loved and very special to us.

Keep the faith and know that you are not alone, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

We love you....

Brigette Sanchez Blauser

December 18, 2008

My prayers go out to my family. Emilio will be sadly missed and was the pride and joy in everyone's life.

Dannette Jacquez-Avila

December 18, 2008

Joseph,
My condolences go to you, and your family. May god bless you and comfort you at this time.

Maria and Juan Nieves

December 18, 2008

Pam my sympathy goes out to you and your family. Emilio was an awesome guy!
We will miss him so much!

Joshua Hoyle

December 18, 2008

Pam, May the wind always be at your back and the sun always shine upon your face, and until the end of time, may the Lord hold your love in the palm of his hand.

This Irish saying has always helped me in times of sorrow. I want you to know that we all love you and Benita very much and we are with you in this time. Anything you need, please know that we are here!

Sincerley,
Joshua N. Hoyle

Stephanie Sjodin

December 18, 2008

My deepest sympathy to you and your family, know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary Ann (Maes) Jacquez

December 18, 2008

Joe, My deepest sympathys and prayers are with you and your family .

Gloria Benavidez

December 18, 2008

Pam & Joe
I'm so sorry to hear about your Loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!

Becky Romero-Aguilera

December 18, 2008

Joe, Pam and Delfino, we send you our deepest sympathy you are in our hearts and prayers. May God Bless You!!!!

The Romero Family

Dawn Jacquez-Alvarez & Family

December 18, 2008

Our Prayers are with you. God Bless you and your family.

Lynn Santistevan

December 18, 2008

To all of Emilio's family, Our thoughts and our prayers are with each and everyone of you. May God bless you and comfort you at this time and always.

Art & Lynn

yolanda (blondie) baca

December 18, 2008

My condolences to you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all

Yolanda Baca lalos sister

December 18, 2008

My condolences to you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all

betsy vigil

December 18, 2008

Emilo ,I am sure going to miss you the you would smile when I would come over the hard times I used to give you about your tatoos but more then anything kiddo I am going to miss just you . You will be greatly missed but never forgotten Love Aunt Betsy

Anna Mae Cardenas

December 18, 2008

Pam, my deepest sympathy to you and your whole family.I have always loved you. You are all in my prayers. Mae

Michael Jacquez

December 18, 2008

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Rundy Medina

December 18, 2008

Emilio, Emilio my sweet candy boy Emilio. May you rest in peace and always watch over your Daddy, Mommy and Brother. You are their guardian angel. Love you

Felix Abeyta

December 18, 2008

How does one begin to understand the loss of such a beautiful face and child. We can only depend on our faith that The Good Lord needed this angel more than we did. May we take solace in Christ

valencia vaughn

December 18, 2008

Im so sorry to hear bout your Loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!

Gail Luna-Llanes

December 18, 2008

Pam, Auntie Vicki and Family,

Emilio and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Always remember our Angels in heaven.

Love you all,
The Luna-Llanes Family
Fernando, Gail, Nando, Isaac, Justice, Giovanni and baby girl to come


WE REMEMBER THEM

In the rising of the sun and its going down,
We remember them.

In the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter,
We remember them.

In the opening buds and in the rebirth of spring,
We remember them.

In the blueness of the sky and in the warmth of summer,
We remember them.

In the rustling of leaves and in the beauty of autumn,
We remember them.

In the beginning of the year and when it ends,
We remember them.

When we are weary and in need of strength,
We remember them.

When we are lost and are sick of heart,
We remember them.

When we have Joys we yearn to share,
We remember them.

So long as we live, they too shall live,
For they are now a part of us,
As we remember them.

Monica Ousley

December 18, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with Emilio's family at the devastating time in their lives. Warm regards, The Ousley's

Susan Taylor (Martinez)

December 18, 2008

Joe,
I am so sorry to hear about your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort and may God Bless you and your family.

Rosemarie Gorecki

December 18, 2008

Emilio was a wonderful young man. His warm smile and caring eyes helped me a few years ago, and for that I will always be grateful. I love you and will miss you always!
Always Your,
Auntie Rose

jaime murillo

December 18, 2008

My deepest condolences goes out to the entire family. God Bless you all.

Jaime Murillo
(Lalos's Brother)

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